The CCV awards celebrate the efforts of local clubs in putting back into the community through donations and programs assisting those in need, the disabled and the disadvantaged. Twenty-eight clubs received awards from across the state.
The Ballarat Golf Club received two awards on the evening, which was presented by Jacqueline Felgate and Sam Kekovich at the Sofitel Melbourne Grand Ballroom.
The Ballarat Golf Club was awarded as winner of two categories: Club Employee of the Year and Best Community Support Project for the ‘Give Golf a Go Day’.
The Club Employee of the year award went to Natalie Purtell, recognising efforts in exemplary service levels and a desire to learn within the industry.
Ballarat Golf Club manager Michael Phillips said Natalie Purtell was a truly worthy winner of the Club Employee award.
“Natalie’s service as the functions manager for the club is utterly exemplary. Every piece of feedback we get from our clients is that she goes to every length to ensure our functions are a complete success, from weddings to corporate shows. She develops strong relationships with the clients, is good at engaging with what they want, and works hard to deliver for them every time,” said Mr Phillips.
The Best Community Support Project was awarded to the club for demonstrating the best project that provided a significant benefit to the broader community.
The ‘Give Golf a Go’ Day, which was sponsored by The Courier last year, is part of a wider Golf Victoria initiative aimed at bringing the sport to a wider audience, both young and old, as well as mainstream players.
Mr Phillips said the free clinics given by the Ballarat Golf Club last year attracted over 400 people. As well as offering chipping and putting advice, there was a strong social aspect to the day, with free barbecues.
This is the second award the day has won, taking out a Professional Golf Association Award for the best PGA professional involvement late last year.
The ‘Give Golf a Go’ Day is coming up again this October 16th, 2016.
